Lake Country School
Quick Stats (2023)
- Top Ranked MN School
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Acceptance rate: 30%
- Average class size: 28 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Lake Country School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:
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School Notes
- Core Values
- Montessori Pedagogy Our work is guided by the principles and pedagogy of Dr. Maria Montessori and further enriched by the work of others in the fields of education and human development. The Montessori prepared environment nurtures the intellectual, emotional, social, physical, and spiritual potential of the whole child.
- Love of Work Children learn through purposeful activity carried out in developmentally appropriate urban and rural environments where the choice of meaningful work is expected and respected.
- Peaceful Community We work to create a peaceful, supportive, compassionate, and welcoming community where the understanding of and respect for differences lead to appreciation, self-reflection, and personal growth.
- Stewardship We strive to be model citizens of a global community and to help children prepare themselves for life. As stewards of the earth, we share the belief expressed by Dr. Maria Montessori that within each child lies the fate of the future.
- Accreditation and Membership
- Lake Country School is a fully accredited member of the Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS). In addition, LCS is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), the Minnesota Association of Independent Schools (MAIS), and the Minnesota Montessori Network. All of our Montessori Guides as well as many administrators and staff, hold teaching diplomas from, participate in and are members of AMI (Association Montessori Internationale).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Lake Country School?
The acceptance rate of Lake Country School is 30%, which is lower than the national average of 91%. Lake Country School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Minnesota with low acceptance rates.
What sports does Lake Country School offer?
Lake Country School offers 2 interscholastic sports: Cross Country and Intramural Sports Only.
What is Lake Country School's ranking?
Lake Country School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Lake Country School?
The application deadline for Lake Country School is Feb. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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